5 August 2025: Known omission in certificate GBHC676 (import of aquatic animals)
Updated 27 August 2025
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OVS note number: 2025/54
Date: 5 August 2025
Purpose
To advise BCP officials of a known omission in certificate GBHC676 for exports from the EU and temporary measures for its completion.
Background
An issue with TRACES means that the following options are not listed in box I.20 of certificate GBHC676 for goods exported from the EU:
- farming
- ornamental use
- relaying or depuration
- put and take fishery
- scientific research
- quarantine
Certificates missing any of the above listed options should still be accepted for imports into Great Britain until further notice.
Where one of the above listed options applies, exporters have been advised to select and complete the option ‘Other (specify)’ in box I.20.
Action for OVSs
OVSs are requested to note the above information.
Contact point for enquiries
Email: gbhealthcertificates@defra.gov.uk
Imports and EU Trade Team